Addiction Counselor - $21.11/Hr To $24.94/Hr

Sign On Bonus

• $4,000 sign on bonus - unlicensed
• $5,000 sign on bonus - licensed

Position Purpose
This full time position will provide continuity of program services in an ethical, legal and moral manner within a safe and therapeutic environment, consistent with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards. Participate as a member of a dedicated, caring team in the delivery of addictions treatment services to clients and their families and facilitate the issues of recovery into their daily living situations.
Job Requirements

• Demonstrated education, training or experience with evidenced based practices.
• Certified Addictions Counselor (CADC) required within 2 years of hire
• Second level clinical license (LCPC, LCSW, LMFT) required for Therapist title - Remote opportunity available for fully licensed candidates
• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or related field (Master’s preferred)

Qualifications

• Ability to learn and work independently to complete documentation in automated software system
• Demonstrated education, training or experience with evidenced based practices
• Ability to present and coordinate lectures for clients, parents, staff or community resources
• Familiarity with the adult criminal justice population
• Familiar with conducting clinical assessments, individual, family and group counseling
• Adequate written skills to accurately complete required documentation within the time frames prescribed
• Desire to work with Adults in a residential team oriented substance abuse setting Sunday-Thursday.
• Practical Understanding of substance use disorders and symptoms in the DSM 5

Essential Responsibilities

• Maintain communications with all staff (e.g. admissions, therapeutic passes, and discharge plans).
• Present workshops, lectures and training to clients, families, employees and community groups.
• Assume other related responsibilities as delegated and assigned
• Serve as a role model for other staff, clients, and customers and demonstrate positive guest relations in representing Rosecrance.
• Conduct assessments, individual, group, and family counseling and educational sessions for patients and/or family members.
• Deliver exceptional customer service consistently to every customer.
• Undertake primary counselor responsibilities for designated patients.
• Ensure that client service records are maintained consistent with rules and regulations.
• Exercise confidentiality in keeping with the Code of Conduct and with the framework of the law.
• Work hours prescribed by the Coordinator hours deemed necessary for the responsibilities assigned.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Based on education, experience and credentials

• Additional $1.50/hour residential/inpatient differential
• Additional $.50/hr with CADC certification
• Starting rate for Bachelors - $21.11/hour
• Starting rate for Masters - $24.44/hour

Benefits

• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Certain facilities offering on-site gym
• Health insurance with multiple options to meet your needs
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan with employer match and discretionary employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness plan
• Vision insurance
• Group life Insurance including LTD and AD&D
• Referral program
• Tuition assistance (qualifications apply)
• Dental insurance
• Licensure/certification reimbursement (qualifications apply)

Schedule: 8 hour shifts

• Sun - Thurs OR Tues through Sat
• Four day shifts (8:30am to 5pm) and one evening shift (11am-7:30pm)

Work Location: Rosecrance Harrison Campus - Rockford, IL
About Us
Leaders in recovery. Champions of hope.
Rosecrance is a private not-for-profit organization and nationally recognized leader in treating substance use and mental health disorders for children, adolescents, adults, and families. With nearly 60 locations in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Iowa, our physician-led team has developed an innovative, multidisciplinary, outcomes-informed approach.
Since 1916, our unmatched legacy as a proven behavioral healthcare leader is a source of hope and strength to those we serve and provides a roadmap for the best opportunity for lasting recovery. Rosecrance served nearly 50,000 clients last year.
Rosecrance is an equal opportunity employer.
EducationRequired

• Bachelors or better in Human Services or related field

Preferred

• Masters or better

Licenses & CertificationsRequired

• IL-CADC